Pearl first introduced Crystal Beat Drums in 1973, which were discontinued when the acrylic drum phase of the 70s went out of style. At Summer NAMM 2014, Pearl reintroduced Crystal Beat Drums, with 7mm seamless molded acrylic shells, 1.6mm triple-flanged hoops, and opti-mounts on the toms. Pearl won't begin shipping these new drums until October 2014. We will continue to update the site with Crystal Beat news and content as it is released.